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We learned Makaton when he was younger but I didn’t think it would continue to be useful. I thought ‘well he has some language so to keep signing would be holding him back’. I was completely wrong of course: I am still learning new signs and still using Makaton in all sorts of situations...

Whenever I get irritated by his constant barrage of questions... I remind myself about the years I waited to hear him say "Mummy" and "I love you" and I'm thankful that we managed to break through the barriers... I'm positive we have Makaton to thank for that!

When the possibility arose that the Advent Calendar might not happen this Christmas, we decided to follow the example of the Makaton community and pitch in; after all, we look forward to a new video every day as much as you do!

Carol Chell, much loved children’s TV presenter, recently took part in the BBC’s Pointless programme. We are thrilled that Carol decided to nominate The Makaton Charity as her chosen charity. We asked her to share her Makaton story...

Isla began to sign mummy and daddy instantly, and straight away asked for more and more signs. She was so quick to learn the signs that it gave me a confidence boost in being an example for her and for Olly...

My twin brother, Theo, was finally, after nearly 18 years, diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome. After the diagnosis, I dedicated an A-Level art project to Angelman Syndrome: turning Angelman into a superhero and make a comic strip to outline some of the symptoms..